UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) is the central organization in the UK that manages applications to undergraduate university and college courses. What is UCAS? UCAS allows students to submit a single application for up to 5 courses at UK universities and colleges. Students apply through the main UCAS scheme for courses starting in the […]
For Leaving Cert students across Ireland, CAO Round 1 offers represent that long-awaited moment. Now that the results are in, it’s time to carefully weigh your options. Here’s some advice on navigating Round 1 offers: Options Don’t panic if you didn’t get your first choice course. Look objectively at the offer(s) you did receive. Could […]
A recent survey analyzed monthly expenditures for university students across Ireland, revealing significant differences depending on location. The research highlights how inflation and rising costs have impacted student budgets countrywide. Findings indicate that in 2023, students in Dublin face average living expenses of €15,738 for the academic year. This makes it Ireland’s most expensive city […]
What is QQI? QQI stands for Quality and Qualifications Ireland. It is the national agency responsible for quality assurance and qualifications in further and higher education and training in Ireland. What is QQI? QQI was established in 2012 under the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act. It brought together four predecessor organizations – […]
Before starting college, many students often have various plans and activities they would like to pursue during the summer. We hope you have some great plans and make the most out of the next few months. Below we take a look at some of the things you can do this summer before you dive into […]
Class Is A Major Factor in Securing College Places: Last week the Feeder Schools League Tables 2020 were published. Each year these tables show which third-level institutions students from each Irish secondary school go on to attend in higher education in Ireland in the academic year. It is important to note that the figures do […]
‘Tis the season of joy and gifting, and if you’re on the hunt for the perfect presents for the students in your life, look no further! From tech-savvy gadgets to cozy essentials, our curated list of 10 Great Christmas Gift Ideas for Students is here to spark inspiration and spread a little holiday cheer. Let […]
What is Public Relations? Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some hire a public relations officer, noted the American social historian Daniel Boorstin. A public relations officer creates and maintains a positive relationship between an organisations and the public. They do this by communicating a positive image through various mediums. Public bodies, businesses, […]
College is certainly about expanding your knowledge through studies, but it also offers invaluable opportunities to jumpstart your career. The old standard of simply earning a degree no longer guarantees jobs or success after graduation. Savvy students use their college years to gain real world experience, build networks and develop skills that pay off when […]
CAO data has revealed that there has been a rise in demand to study business and law while there has been a drop in demand for medicine and health courses. The CAO data provides a breakdown by discipline of the 78,025 applications submitted by February 1. Demand for Business and Law Courses Rise & Medicine […]